Thank you for visiting our website. Madison County is one of the fastest growing counties in Mississippi, yet we have sought to remain a small, friendly community full of rich history and looking forward to a bright future. Use the links at the left to find out information about your elected officials and their roles.

How do I pay a traffic citation?

What if my licenses are suspended?

Contact the court for the proper amount you owe. Mail in your money order or cashier's check, along with a copy of your citation to 2961 S. Liberty, Canton, MS 39046. Please include a self- addressed stamped envelope so that the court may mail you the necessary documentation you must present to your licensing state for reinstatement of your driving privileges.

How do I file a civil suit?

How do I get help for my child whose behavior is defiant and/or uncontrollable?

The Madison County Youth Court functions to assist families who have children with conduct issues that are disruptive to the home, school or community. In some cases, the Madison County office of Youth Services can offer informal counselling to the child and family. In other cases, it may be necessary to refer the family for psychiatric or psychological intervention. There will be instances when the Youth Court will bring the child into court for adjudication and probation. The Youth Court offers several community-based programs designed to correct inappropriate or self-destructive behavior:

Madison County adolescent offender program

Madison County Juvenile Drug Court

Madison County Teen Court

If your child is between the ages of 7 and 17, you may contact these offices for assistance:

--when a child age 10-17 years commits an act that is criminal if committed by an adult.
--when a child age 7-17 is habitually disobedient or is ungovernable by the parent, guardian or custodian; fails to attend school as required by parental directive or law; or runs away from home.
--when a child under 17years needs counseling or treatment.
--when the child has a Youth Court case pending.
--when the child is in temporary custody of the state.
--when the child is a restrictive or detention facility.

How do I get help for my child who has a drug or alcohol problem?

Teenage drug and alcohol abuse affects families in every part of Madison County regardless of location, race or economic status. The Madison County Youth Court can assist families in identifying treatment options. In addition to referral to treatment facilities, the Youth Court offers a Juvenile Drug Court program consisting of intensive supervision, counseling and weekly drug testing with appropriate rewards and sanctions designed to modify the behavior that contributes to substance abuse. This program operates under the auspices of and with funding from the Mississippi Supreme Court's Administrative Office of Courts. The Madison County program is the second juvenile drug court formed in Mississippi.

For more information, contact the Madison County Juvenile Drug Court at 601-826-9009.

How do I get my child involved with the Madison County Teen Court?

The Madison County Teen Court is a peer court for first offenders between ages 13 and 18 who confesses responsibility for the charges. In this court, the offenders stand before a jury of their peers.

The teen jury decides the punishment which will interrupt the pattern of poor behavior, motivate self-improvement and promote personal responsibility. A Madison County Youth Court judge presides over the proceedings to ensure the trial meets the correct standards under the law. Once the offenders complete their conditions of probation, their records are wiped clean. The jury consists of teenage volunteers from local high schools in Madison County who want to participate in the Juvenile Justice System and help the public through community service. The Teen Court is a hands-on educational opportunity which allows teen offenders and teen volunteers to better understand our system of justice.

You may contact Madison County Youth Services at 601-859-5337 for more information.

Where do I go to apply for homestead?

What is the special or over-65 homestead exemption and who qualifies?

The special or over-65 exemption is for homeowners who became disabled or turned 65 years old during the prior year. It exempts the first 75,000.00 of true value from taxation.
See items 8 – 10 on the homestead list of requirements.

What are Land Records?

Land records refer to those record series that may involve real estate. These include documents traditionally recorded in Deeds Books and Plat Cabinets, such as Deeds, Deed of Trust, Authorities to Cancel, Plats, Name Change Orders, and many other documents. The Land Records Division also dockets and indexes judgments and files certain Uniform Commercial Code transactions that are a lien on real estate.

Does the Clerk's Office have blank forms for land records related to documents?

How do I obtain copies?

Fees for copies made by the public are $.25 per page. The fee for copies made by our staff is $.50 per page. There is an additional fee for certifying a copy of a document.

Requests for copies sent by mail must be accompanied by check or money order covering the cost of the copies and a stamped self-addressed envelope. The request should reasonably identify the document to be copied. Checks should be made payable to the Madison County Chancery Clerk.

What are the requirements that must be met for a document to be recorded?

There are different requirements depending on the type of document, so they cannot be listed here.

It is the responsibility of the person offering the document for recording to make sure (1) that the document is original, (2) that it is signed and that the signatures are properly acknowledged before a notary public, (3) that the document is a complete writing and contains the required information, (4) that is accompanied by the proper fees, and (5) that is accompanied by a stamped self-addressed envelope so that it can be returned to the party offering it for recordation.

The clerk's staff cannot give legal advice. Those seeking to record a document in the Clerk's office are encouraged to obtain the advice of a professional.

How do I get a copy of my DD214?

How do I have my power restored?

Any service that has been disconnected must be inspected before power can be restored. Service that is provided by Entergy (electric) requires an electrical permit if power has been off 6 months or longer. Service that is provided by Canton Municipal Utilities (CMU) requires a permit after fifteen (15) days. If a meter base is moved or repaired Entergy also requires that an inspection be made. Electrical or gas permits are $85.00.

How do I find my property zoning?

In order to determine the zoning of any property in Madison County we need the legal description. The legal description consists of the section, township, and range. This information can be found on a deed. The parcel number assigned by the tax assessor also contains the legal description. We cannot determine zoning by an address alone. You can also view the zoning maps online.

How do I obtain a residential building permit in Madison County?

1. Permits will only be issued to licensed contractors or property owners. A current copy of the contractor’s license must be provided. A filed copy of the warranty deed will be required if the house is custom.
2. Soil and site recommendation (335 Form) from Madison County Health Department if not on public sewer. You must also provide the approval (910) of the septic system once construction is complete for your services to be released.
3. Two sets of plans that include the following: plot plan, foundation layout with the details, framing details, electrical layout, front, side, and rear elevations. If the home is in a subdivision that requires architectural approval from the home owner’s association, then the plans must be approved before the permit is applied for.
4. The physical address of the home must be provided. The number to the E-911 office for Jennifer Carpenter is 601-855-5620.

WE DO NOT GET YOUR ADDRESS. YOU MUST HAVE YOUR ADDRESS WHEN YOU COME TO APPLY FOR A PERMIT; OTHERWISE YOUR PERMIT WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.

If you have any questions you can contact Bobbie Richardson at (601)855-5507 or Fax (601)859-7083.

How do I get approval for a Mobile Home?

1. The zoning classification of the property must be verified. The parcel number of the property is required to do this. The property must be zoned A1 with a minimum requirement of 2 acres per dwelling.

2. The home must have an address assigned by Madison County E-911. This must be done before going to the Madison County Health Department since the newly assigned address must appear on their recommendation.

3. You need a recommendation for the sewer system from the Madison County Health Department. There will be documents required by the health department. Their phone number is 601-859-3316.

4. You will bring the following when application for the mobile home permit is made:

Filed copy of the warranty deed for the property where the home is being placed. If the applicant is placing the home on land not owned by them we must have a notarized letter from the owner giving permission for the placement of the home.

The sewer recommendation from Madison County Health Department

Mobile home permit fee is $150.00

The mobile home must be registered with the Madison County Tax Collector. At the time of registration you will be given a registration number that you will need when applying for service with Entergy. ALL taxes will be due at the time of registration.

5. Entergy will not release the electric service until they have a release from this department and the state fire marshal’s office. We require approval of the sewer system from the health department before releasing the electric. It is the homeowner’s responsibility to provide this approval document to us. The health department does not send them to us.

Do I have to re-file every year?

What is the special or over-65 homestead exemption and who qualifies?

The special or over-65 exemption is for homeowners who became disabled or turned 65 years old during the prior year. It exempts the first 75,000.00 of true value from taxation.
See items 8 – 10 on the homestead list of requirements.